Many area schools, including GRACE, use the Northwest Evaluation Association’s Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) to test students’ academic abilities. MAP is a national assessment tool that makes predictions about students’ college readiness as measured by EXPLORE, PLAN and ACT.
MAP tests present students with engaging, age-appropriate content. As a student responds to questions, the test responds to the student, adjusting up or down in difficulty. As a result of NWEA tests, educators can make informed decisions to promote your child’s academic growth.
Each semester, GRACE families receive their student’s individual NWEA MAP Student Progress Report accompanied by an explanatory summary letter.
Fall
September 7-28, 2022:
All students are tested during this window.
- Kindergarten (Math, Reading)
- Grades 1-8 (Math, Reading, and 2-8 in LA)
- Science in Grades 4-8
The results are used to help design individualized instruction and predict student needs.
Winter
January 4-27, 2023:
Selected students, identified by teachers and supportive consultants, are tested during this window to monitor student growth or check an area of concern.
Spring
April 17-May 5, 2023:
All students are tested during this window.
- Kindergarten (Math, Reading)
- Grades 1-8 (Math, Reading, and 2-8 in LA)
- Science in Grades 4-8
May 12, 2023:
GRACE teachers and administrators analyze MAP data and use them for planning and professional improvement.
For questions regarding MAP testing for your student, please contact the classroom teacher, school principal or the GRACE Curriculum Director, Laura Blicharz.
